Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area in Bodalla, NSW — photo 1

Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area

Bodalla, NSW
At a glanceFree campsite
Free CampingPets WelcomeDrinking WaterFire PlaceCaravansToilets

About this campsite

Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area is a tranquil, forest-surrounded getaway ideal for camping enthusiasts with large vehicles. Despite its convenient highway proximity, its isolated setting promises a serene experience. Ample drinking water availability and the opportunity for a lovely stroll down Mummuga Lake walk make it a top spot for nature lovers. Please be aware that facilities like public restrooms may occasionally be out of service. Enjoy your stay amidst the soothing call of nature.

Nestled within the tranquility of nature, Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area offers a serene camping spot surrounded by luxuriant forest. A haven for big rigs with its six purposefully levelled areas, the rest stop is positioned away from the hustle of the highway, encouraging quietude and peace. Facilities include a drinking tap for fresh water availability. Enjoy the picturesque views on the Mummuga Lake walk, which is known for its captivating beauty. Please be informed that as of the latest update in June 2013, the ladies' toilet facility was reported to be non-functional. With its blend of convenience and nature's abundance, Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area promises to be an idyllic camping spot.

What this place offers

Amenities

Drinking Water
Toilets

Accommodation Types

Caravans
Free Camping

Facilities

Shade
Picnic Tables

Rules & Accessibility

Pets Welcome

Other Features

Use repellant for the mosquitoes
Walking
Maximum 24 hrs
Fire Place
Day Rest Area
Bin
Mobile Phone Coverage
Photo Opportunity
Limited space for caravans. Mostly sloping ground.
Day Use Area
Overnight Rest Area
Free Overnight Camp
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Location

Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area•Princes Highway, Bodalla, NSW, 2545

Common questions about Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area

Is Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area free to camp at?

We have Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area in Bodalla, NSW recorded as a free camp, but we have not confirmed that with the operator, so treat it as unconfirmed. Sites change hands and councils bring in fees, so check the current rate before you commit to the drive.

What facilities does Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area have?

Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area has use repellant for the mosquitoes, pets welcome, walking, maximum 24 hrs, shade and drinking water. That is the short list; 19 facilities are recorded for this site in total. Facilities at camps change, particularly after a wet season, so check the operator or the managing authority if one of them decides your trip.

Are dogs allowed at Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area?

The record for Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area lists "Pets Welcome", so dogs are welcome here. National parks and conservation areas nearby often take a different view, so check the rules for any day trips you have planned. Keep them on a lead around other campers and clean up after them, and nobody has a problem with it.

Can you book Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area online?

We hold no online booking link for Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area, so it is not bookable through this page. Many parks and showgrounds still require a booking, so contact the operator before you go. Their website or phone number is the fastest way to confirm a site.

Where is Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area?

Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area sits in Bodalla, NSW. The map on this page shows the exact spot, and the coordinates travel straight into your navigation app. Check road conditions before you set out if you are towing, since access tracks can change with the weather.

Facilities at Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area

Facilities recorded for Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area
FacilityOn site
Use repellant for the mosquitoesYes
Pets WelcomeYes
WalkingYes
Maximum 24 hrsYes
ShadeYes
Drinking WaterYes
Fire PlaceYes
Day Rest AreaYes
BinYes
Picnic TablesYes
Mobile Phone CoverageYes
CaravansYes
Photo OpportunityYes
ToiletsYes
Free CampingYes
Limited space for caravans. Mostly sloping ground.Yes
Day Use AreaYes
Overnight Rest AreaYes
Free Overnight CampYes
Yes

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Listed as a free camp — we have not confirmed the fee with the operator
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Princes Highway

Bodalla, NSW 2545

Bodalla Forest Park Rest Area

Free · no booking needed